In Second Grade we are now efficiently using addition and subtraction within 100 to solve word problems involving situations of adding to, taking from, putting together, taking apart, and comparing by using drawings and equations. The next step is to add three or four 2-digit numbers using strategies based on place value and properties of operations.

Our learning targets is:

I can add up to four two-digit numbers by applying strategies (e.g., decomposing numbers, rearranging the order of the numbers, making tens or multiples of tens based on the numbers being added.

Review the LearnZillion videos we watched in classand use these strategies in this week’s homelink:

Remember to use a different strategy on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (strategies can be see at above websites). Use the THIRD strategy (above) for Thursday’s problem, which adds up to more than 100.

(If you have a Gmail account, open it up before going to LearnZillion, and you don’t have to sign up for it. If you do have to sign up for LearnZillion, it is always FREE!)

Even though it is nearly two months away, we have already started the process of preparing for the Kinder & 1st grade overnight trip that will take place from June 3rd – 4th. In the coming days, we will send further information about the experience along with permission slips for families who would like their child to participate.

In addition to the information being sent home, Ms. Lefton and Mr. Duval will host a simple information session onMonday May 5th. The purpose of the gathering will be to give an overview of the trip and also be present and available to answer questions face to face. If you are interested in attending the gathering, it will take place in the Main Building Reception from 8:45am until approximately 9:30 am.

We hope to have a high level of participation throughout the community as in previous years. The overnight trip is a distinct highlight for children and faculty and we look forward to another amazing adventure this year